It’s nicknamed “sweet potato squash” for its lush, velvety texture and the way it caramelizes in a hot pan.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/11/07/its-squash-season-and-were-all-about-delicata/

#dailydemocrat

About 30 people turned out to clean up portions of the Woodland Regional Park early Sunday morning, including Kris Rasmussen and Robert Kojimoto.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/08/27/community-members-help-clean-woodland-regional-park/

#dailydemocrat

Technology and fast-paced living are part of our everyday world but spending time in nature can help neutralize the tension and flurry that has become commonplace for us.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/08/17/safe-summer-hiking-tuleyome-tales/

#dailydemocrat

With the first day of school in the Woodland Joint Unified School District set for Wednesday, 80 local children from low-income families were able to get some much-needed back-to-school clothes during the Salvation Army's annual shopping spree event at JCPenny. 

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/08/11/local-organizations-come-together-to-host-annual-back-to-school-shopping-spree-at-jcpenny/

#dailydemocrat

Before departing for the Monticello Empire League, the Patriots earned back-to-back Golden Empire League championships.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/07/18/7-pioneer-high-school-softball-players-earn-accolades-before-leaving-golden-empire-league/

#dailydemocrat

According to the Yolo Food Bank’s Food Access Survey released earlier this year, 40% of Yolo County households with children are food insecure; 20% of households with seniors are food insecure; and 53% of households working in the agricultural industry are food insecure.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/30/from-tahoe-to-yolo-susie-sutphin-leads-charge-against-food-insecurity-civic-leader-of-the-month/

#dailydemocrat

With potential employment just a conversation away, hundreds of eager Yolo County job seekers packed themselves into the Woodland Community College Community Room at the campus located at 2300 E Gibson Road for a local Job Fair. 

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/27/yolo-county-job-seekers-pack-woodland-community-college-for-job-fair/

#dailydemocrat

Albert Gallegos of West Sacramento has been appointed to the Yolo County Fair Board of Directors.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/26/yolo-county-staffer-named-to-fairs-board-of-directors/

#dailydemocrat

SF Giants pay tribute to the late Willie Mays in team's first game back in the Bay Area since the Hall of Famer died last week

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/24/barry-bonds-among-those-who-pay-tribute-to-late-willie-mays-in-sf-giants-return-to-bay-area/

#dailydemocrat

The Patriots placed fourth during their final year in the GEL and had five players receive individual awards following the conclusion of the 2023-24 season.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/25/quintet-of-pioneer-high-school-boys-soccer-players-earn-golden-empire-league-awards/

#dailydemocrat

On Saturday, the city celebrated its fourth annual Pride Parade along Main Street in downtown Woodland with a few hundred people in attendance showing that the event has been growing in popularity and awareness.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/23/woodlands-4th-annual-pride-parade-celebrates-growth-community-support/

#dailydemocrat

Perfect weather conditions, great food and a bevy of updates on Woodland's ascension to new levels were the main highlights of the Woodland Chamber of Commerce's yearly State of the City Dinner on Thursday evening.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/22/mayor-tania-garcia-cadena-provides-update-on-woodlands-progress-during-state-of-the-city-dinner/

#dailydemocrat

"I knew if my father could come down here, he would," Mays' son, Michael, said to the crowd. "But he's found another way."

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/20/at-rickwood-classic-willie-mays-spirit-hovers-over-sf-giants-loss-to-cardinals/

#dailydemocrat

The Woodland Camera Forum will present a photo documentary program on the California wildfires by photographer Matt Henderson of Henderson Fire Media. The show is open to the public and free to attend and will be held on Monday, June 17 at 7 p.m., at Norton Hall, located at 70 Cottonwood St.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/15/woodland-camera-forum-set-to-present-program-on-california-wildfires-monday/

#dailydemocrat

Rhys Hoskins, Sammy Long, Nathan Lukes and James Outman have each gone on to play in MLB after receiving tutelage from Sac State coach Reggie Christiansen.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/12/pioneer-high-school-alumnus-matias-michel-wants-to-dominate-at-sac-state-athlete-of-the-week/

#dailydemocrat

The project, which would widen 17 miles of the freeway from six to eight lanes between Davis and Sacramento through the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, was created by Caltrans to ease congestion, improve freeway operation, support reliable transport of goods and services throughout the region, improve modality and travel time reliability and provide expedited traveler information and monitoring systems. 

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/07/caltrans-faces-legal-battle-over-i-80-freeway-improvement-project-in-yolo-county/

#dailydemocrat

“As the granddaughter of farmworkers, I grew up observing and hearing all the sacrifices my family made,” Amahirani Orozco-Ruiz explained. “Being valedictorian acknowledges their sacrifices and pays tribute to their hopes for a better future for future generations. I hope to serve as a role model for my sister and my younger cousins and that I am able to positively impact my community.”

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/06/amahirani-orozco-ruiz-named-pioneer-high-school-valedictorian/

#dailydemocrat

Cardinals senior Gabriel Sanchez suffered two injuries during his final football season in the fall but he was able to return from both setbacks because he is "always working."

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/06/05/always-working-gabriel-sanchez-collects-2-state-championships-at-woodland-christian-athlete-of-the-week/

#dailydemocrat

Lynnette Irlmeier, executive director for the organization, argued that these cuts would result in a reduction of over $800,000 for the nonprofit, which would lead to reduced hours and longer wait times for essential services “severely affecting our ability to support those in need.”

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/30/empower-yolo-fights-for-funding-as-victims-of-crime-act-receives-massive-budget-cuts/

#dailydemocrat

"It feels really good because it shows improvement in my jumping, starting with a bar that I could barely get over last year to now one I can get over as a first jump."

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/22/pioneer-high-school-senior-madeleine-juhler-places-second-at-cif-sjs-masters-athlete-of-the-week/

#dailydemocrat

“Alejandro Delgadillo is a dedicated and passionate dual immersion teacher who embodies excellence in education,” Schevenin said. “His enthusiasm for teaching is infectious, inspiring both students and colleagues alike. With high standards and unwavering dedication, Alejandro brings out the best in each of his students, leaving a lasting impact on their educational journey.”

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/21/alejandro-delgadillo-embodies-excellence-at-woodland-prairie-elementary-teacher-of-the-week/

#dailydemocrat

On Thursday afternoon in front of dozens of community members, the Yolo County Retired Peace Officers Association held its annual memorial ceremony for fallen officers employed by the various local law enforcement agencies in front of the old historic courthouse, located at 725 Court St. 

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/17/yolo-county-retired-peace-officers-association-host-annual-ceremony-honoring-fallen-officers/

#dailydemocrat

“Jayden brings to the field intensity and a bulldog attitude like he’s not gonna give in," said coach John Rodegerdts. "When he doesn’t throw the perfect pitch, he’s mad at himself."

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/15/jayden-badheshas-mindset-guiding-woodland-christian-towards-d7-cif-sjs-title-game-athlete-of-the-week/

#dailydemocrat

When you live in a small city like Woodland, you’re likely to see someone you know nearly anywhere you go, whether it be at the local Costco or In-N-Out Burger.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/08/woodland-high-school-senior-maddie-burkhart-commits-to-play-collegiate-softball-athlete-of-the-week/

#dailydemocrat

“This dedication is long overdue,” said Woody Fridae, president of the Historical Society of Winters. “No apologies will ever make up for the indignity of false accusations, loss of belongings, loss of freedom and the loss of community that the Japanese suffered, but let this event mark a new beginning.”

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/07/japanese-community-honored-with-memorial-dedication-in-winters/

#dailydemocrat

Despite weather woes, thousands flooded into the Yolo County Fairgrounds Saturday to attend this year's California Honey Festival after it was forced to relocate there from its usual venue in downtown Woodland.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/05/buzzworthy-turnout-at-california-honey-festival-despite-weather-woes/

#dailydemocrat

In November 2023, Meals on Wheels Yolo County celebrated the opening of its new 5,300 -square-foot Winters Senior Nutrition Center which will double the nonprofit organization’s meal production capacity from 800 to 1,700 meals daily in combination with its existing Woodland-based kitchen.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/02/winters-senior-nutrition-center-boosts-citys-senior-support-services-expands-meals-on-wheels-reach-focus-on-winters/

#dailydemocrat

What's more important for the perfect cup of coffee? The roast? Or the beans?

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/01/steady-eddys-coffee-house-continues-to-be-more-than-just-a-coffee-shop-for-the-winters-community-focus-on-winters-2/

#dailydemocrat

The Japantown monument dedication will take place rain or shine on Saturday, May 4 at Rotary Park, located at 201 E. Main St. in Winters.

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2024/05/02/historical-society-of-winters-to-dedicate-monument-to-lost-japanese-community/

#dailydemocrat